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SUMIFS Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice

By Rinkesh Shah, founder of Cellgrids.

SUMIFS is an Excel Math & Trig function. Like SUMIF but can check multiple conditions at once.

SUMIFS syntax

=SUMIFS(sum_range, criteria_range1, criteria1, ...)

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When to use SUMIFS

SUMIFS is used in financial models and engineering-style calculations where precise numeric work is needed.

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Learn more

Read the tutorial: SUMIFS with multiple criteria.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the SUMIFS function do in Excel?

Like SUMIF but can check multiple conditions at once.

What is the syntax of SUMIFS in Excel?

The syntax is =SUMIFS(sum_range, criteria_range1, criteria1, ...). sum_range: The range to sum, if different from the range being checked; criteria_range1: The first range to check against a condition; criteria1: The first condition to match.

Where can I practice SUMIFS online for free?

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